Temple Grandin Clip Sensory

What does Temple use to feel the sensation of being hugged?

• A large pillow

• A stuffed animal

• A heavy blanket

• A special machine

Why does Temple say that being held by another person is scary?

• Because she prefers machines

• Because she doesn't like people

• Because of overstimulation

• Because it's too warm

What effect does Temple say that self-stimulation has?

• It makes her tired

• It makes her more social

• It makes her hungry

• It calms her nervous system

What did Temple's mother refuse to believe?

• That she was autistic

• That she wouldn't speak

• That she was different from other children

• That she needed a machine to hug her

How does Temple describe her experience with sensory overload?

• Like being in a loud crowd

• Like wearing clothes that are too tight

• Like lights being too bright

• All of the above

What does Temple believe is the biggest misconception about autism?

• That it can be cured

• That autistic people don't have emotions

• That autistic people can't form relationships

• That autistic people are all the same